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Daniel Fast – Organic or Not?

by Susan Gregory on August 15, 2008

Most of us increase the amount of fresh produce in our diets during the Daniel Fast. That’s good in some respects, but we also want to be wise about the foods we are buying. More and more consumers are buying “organic” produce because of all the pesticides used in large commercial farms. The cost of organic produce is usually higher, although I’ve found some sales on organic foods recently and there were less expensive than the commercial grades.

A useful source for information about food safety is the Environmental Working Group. Its Web site lists 44 fruits and vegetables ranked by the amount of pesticide residue each contains. By knowing which fruits and vegetables usually carry the most pesticides and which are cleanest, you can decide when it would be wisest to buy organic.

Yes, you can eat veggie burgers, however it’s hard to find prepared veggie burgers without sweeteners and/or egg whites, etc. included in the ingredient. Many of those on the Daniel Fast make their own veggie burgers. You can find recipes in the Daniel Fast Cookbook – Version II. Visit http://www.Daniel-Fast.com Be Blessed on your Fast!

Can steamable vegetables like corn, green beans,and broccoli be eatin on the fast? And are there specific cereals and breads/ tortillas that can be eatin on this fast as well???? Also is it okay to take one a day vitamins or hair,nails, and skin supplements?

Yes, steamed vegetables are great on the fast! Cereal options would be: Muesli, also for boxed cereals are the Ezekiel brands and some varieties of Shredded Wheat, ex: http://www.arrowheadmills.com/product/shredded-wheat-cereal Also, there are several others found in the Natural Foods section of grocery stores or at Health Food stores, and then there is always good Old Fashioned Oatmeal. Bread is not allowed on the fast due mainly to leavening agents (yeast, baking powder/soda) not being allowed on the fast. Look for Ezekiel brand whole grain Tortillas or whole grain Flat bread, or you can make your own flat bread. Yes, we encourage supplements that are free of sweeteners and man-made chemicals. Be Blessed!

Hi Tonya,
For those who are able to purchase only organic foods, then that’s great. I try to do that when I can, I especially try to purchase organic produce that can’t be peeled before consuming such as grapes, lettuce, broccoli, etc. However, organic food is usually more expensive and many people can’t afford it. Also, if we were required to have no chemicals whatsoever, that could be carried out to a level that most of us couldn’t comply with.
So, those who teach about the Daniel Fast agree that “added” chemicals are what we should avoid and not consume . . . and thus people read the labels and study the ingredients on regular foods so they can follow the fasting guidelines. I hope this helps, Be Blessed!

About Susan Gregory and The Daniel Fast

The Daniel Fast is a method of fasting and based on the fasting experiences of the Old Testament prophet Daniel.

Susan Gregory started writing about the fast when she responded to a word from the Lord. Since that time she has become the leading source for information about the Daniel Fast and has a personal call to "serve God by serving His people." Her desire is to help men and women experience a successful fast as they grow in the love and knowledge of Jesus Christ.

Susan is the author of "The Daniel Fast: feed your soul, strengthen your spirit and renew your body" which is available from local and online bookseller or from http://Daniel-Fast.com